Astrological Chart - Aries Ascending & The 2nd House

Next up in my 1988 astrological chart is the ascendant sign and planets affecting the 2nd House. According to Para Research: "The ascending sign in a chart is utilized primordially as a third and very important factor which complements the psychological information given by combined positions of both the sun and the moon. Figuratively speaking, it is the geometrical base that encloses the human triangle where its sides are represented by the individuality and the personality." Got it? I don't think I have.

At the time of my birth Aries was ascending in the horizon. Its ruler Mars is located at the fifth house. So what does that mean? Well here goes...

"Aries is the first sign of the zodiacal belt and its natives seem also desirous of being "first" in all activities with which they happen to be involved. The cardinality of the sin makes you extremely active when you so wish and capable of displaying ambition, impulsiveness, courage, and boldness in order to satisfy your desire for prominence in the world."

I can agree with these statements as I am very competitive. Maybe a little too much as evidenced by the fact that no one will play Risk with me anymore.

"You have an assertive, aggressive, positive and dynamic spirit which at certain times breaks with all rules in the pursuit of your goals. The general course of your life will be filled with many "ups" and "downs" and changes conforming very much with the psychological nature of your temperament. You seem to possess an energetic spirit that seems to waiver in direction very much, especially when the sought goal does not materialize promptly. Whether you triumph or not in life depends on your ability to develop your most positive inborn qualities and, simultaneously, exert some control over your less favorable characteristics such as lack of prudence, and a certain disregard for the feelings and opinions of others."

Very interesting. My life has been filled with ups and downs and when I don't achieve my goals quickly I can become disillusioned and possibly depressed. However, I don't believe I have a lack of prudence, and in fact, am sometimes too cautious. Of course that is now...when I was younger, it was a much different story. I wonder about the disregard of feelings and opinions of others. I hate to admit it, but that may be true, not the feelings part so much. The opinions, ummm, yes.

"Because of the fiery and pioneering qualities of Aries, you also appear to have an ardent attitude in any project that somehow or another involves new concepts or original work and in which you are given (or you take) a position of leadership."

I do go "all in" and if my "leader" is incompetent, I have no problem pushing them out of the way.

"Yours is a proud and haughty temperament, with a strong desire for power. Aspiring and ambitious, your attitude seems to contain a pure element that almost touches the mystical and religious; you are attracted to practical art and craftsmanship, generosity is also another of your qualities."

Why, thank you, I try to be as generous as possible. I hope that's true, and the rest is as well.

"Impulsive, critical, despising mean or dubious acts, you will create many excellent friendships, but also important enemies that abhor your less subtle and very powerful manners."

So true. Not only do I hate meanies, but I despise liars which I believe to fall under dubious acts. Once you've lied to me the only way to get back into my good graces is to admit it, apologize and then we can move on. If not, I have lost all respect for you, and can no longer trust you. Also, I've always said you either love me or hate me, there's no in between. My most "excellent friendships" probably occurred before I moved to Virginia. Here, I don't have as many, but the ones that I have from New York are still very strong. I've also encountered enemies in both places, none of which I would consider "important." There I go again with my haughty temperament.

"In sexual matters you are quick, aggressive and to the point. You wish to be the first important person that every appeared in the love life of those to whom your passion is directed."

I'm not going to comment on that first sentence, but that second one is spot on. There was "no one" before me, LOL.

"Finally, your over-impulsive and ardent attitude will place you in many adventurous affairs in which your "head" will be the key element to determine the nature of their outcome."

True, true, and oh so true. If there's no mental stimulation the physical will not arise either. Also, I don't know what the correct terminology would be for a woman, but if I had one, I wouldn't think with my "dick."

"Venus, the planet of beauty, joy and youth, is found influencing the second house at the time of your birth. Intrinsically, this is an ideal astrological position as it promises easy means of livelihood and life where money serves to satisfy whims and wishes directed to aesthetics, luxury, jewels, adornments, social pleasures, art and marriage. Money will stream in regularly and readily without excessive effort or preoccupation. Frequently, it will be earned by artistic work or dramatic acting. Yet, the final word as to the specific activities must be determined in subsequent paragraphs dealing with the astrological aspects of Venus plus the information pertaining to your professional life to appear in the section corresponding to the tenth house."

I have never really been "out of work, or out of money." Never been fired, never collected unemployment. I don't "worry" about money because it does seem to "materialize" when needed. I don't live a life of luxury (although I do like to travel) but have been the recipient of jewels, adornments, and art. I've had quite a few marriage proposals to the point that I once said, "Always a bride, never a bridesmaid." I'm on my third, and hopefully, final marriage. I guess I could be considered artistic via my writing, photography, cross-stitch, crafting designs, etc. Have I made lots of money from any of it? No...not yet. As far as dramatic acting, that is one thing I regret not pursuing when I was younger. Had I not been so "in love" and wrapped up in someone else's life, thus causing me to be the sole breadwinner, I most likely would have pursued acting as a career.

All in all, I'd say the above Aries Ascending and The 2nd House info was pretty accurate.

My Astrological Chart Compiled in 1988 - Part One

 



Last week I blogged about a psychic reading I had received in 1988. Today I'd like to share some of the information of the natal horoscope I had completed around the same time. Clearly I was in a state of confusion and turned to the "universe" looking for answers. As I had mentioned in the psychic reading post, I found this 38 page tome in a chest when I was looking for some letters. It was compiled by an organization called Para Research, Inc. This is not like looking in the newspaper for your horoscope on a particular day. I had to provide not only my birth date, but actual time as well as longitude and latitude of my birth. There is so much information in this chart that it could easily become a novella, so I won't be typing every detail; however I will gaze through it and share some of the findings, which may very well encompass a couple of blog posts, depending upon how I feel about sharing them...since I am a Gemini I have been known to change my mind...hee hee.

Anyway, I think it's important to remember that this chart was made in 1988, way before the advent of the internet, cellphones, or many things we now take for granted, but were not around then. 26 years after it was compiled, I am curious to see if this astrological chart is accurate, and how it compares to the psychic reading. If I am going to comment on something I will put it in parenthesis, so here goes...

Sun-Moon Polarity - You were born with the Sun in Gemini and the Moon in Leo. Deep within yourself you are an intellectual being. You are inclined to literature, educational, and clerical work, and to documentary writing tasks of all kinds. (Very true. Most of my early career was started in an office, performing clerical tasks which opened up the gateways to other career endeavors. To this day I perform clerical work at the shop where I am responsible for the office side of the business. Although I may not have formal education past high school, I have taken many educational classes to further my knowledge and career. The documentary writing tasks of all kinds could be both the column I had in a local newspaper, and all the blogs I have written. Blogs were unheard of in 1988.)

Your mind is very changeable, adaptable, alert and aspiring. It is positive and strong. The degree to which you will be able to translate this intellectual potential into positive action depends upon the harmony of your individuality and personality. (Agree, I am my own worst enemy regarding positivity and harmony within myself.)

Internally you come under the influence of the sun in Gemini. This makes you a volatile individual. You need constant motion, whether walking, traveling, or just shifting positions. (Agree, even my leg constantly moves up and down when I'm "still.") You are troubled by the stagnation of all philosophical and religious concepts, because you view life as a dynamic and ever-changing process. Your friends are likely to share these ideas as well as your literary and intellectual interests. At a later stage in life you may join some society or association in order to further your intellectual knowledge. (Lately I have been taking MOOC on-line college classes to further my knowledge.)

The danger is that sometimes you may lose yourself in concepts and theories and become increasingly inactive. (I'm not sure about concepts or theories causing it, but can definitely become inactive if I allow myself to wallow in myself.) More determination could greatly improve your character. (I could be quite lazy sometimes, ie. spend hours watching bad reality tv, etc.) The fact is that your daily activities, which circumstances oblige you to perform, are not completely in agreement with your inner self. (Yes, yes, yes...owning an auto repair shop and having to perform all clerical duties, number crunching, advertising & marketing, dealing with the public I probably would never have anything in common with in a social environment, all in an environment I would never choose to be in, most definitely falls into this statement!) Others see you as a strong, forceful personality. It projects as stronger than you really are, but you do not mind being thought of in this way. Fate always seems to place you in situations in which you must exert authority over others and act with full responsibility. (The preceding sentences are so true it's scary. There's a sign that hangs on my office door, "The Witch Is In" and I proudly display it.  If there's a troublesome customer, friend, or foe, I have no problem calling them out. I have to be/appear strong as all responsibility of family, work, etc. falls squarely on my shoulders. If I go down, we all go down.)

A person under the domination of the moon in Leo could be fortunate in money matters, perhaps in regard to inheritance. (When this was compiled, I laughed at that possibility. It turned out to be true. I may not be rich, but I did inherit some property, etc.) You also seem drawn to all sorts of pleasures and luxuries, even in the cosmetic sense. You appreciate good perfumes, expensive jewelry and fine clothing. (I may be drawn to pleasures and luxuries like my Samsara perfume, nice hotels, a little gambling here and there and fine foods, but I'm not one to want expensive jewelery or fine clothing. I'm more comfortable in a t-shirt with a band on it, yes, even at the age of 54, than some brand name designer clingy clothing. You are open to criticism (no, not really) and you may achieve recognition and fame in life. (Now that I wouldn't mind!)You can express yourself well and do not hesitate to take positions that expose you to the the public. (Agree...many times I have found myself speaking in public, or in large groups and after that initial nerve wracking moment, quickly settle down and usually command the stage.)

You are very susceptible in love and sexual affairs. You will be fortunate with the opposite sex and will prove to be a sincere lover, that is, you will have one affair at a time. (I am sincere, although I can't say the same for the opposite sex, especially when I was younger. I have never cheated on anyone.)

It is very probably that at some point in your life the Moon in Leo will put you in a situation in which art is an important factor. You should try not to be so sensitive to the compliments of criticisms of others. (Wow, that is quite a statement which I need to follow if I assume the art is my writing. I can jump with joy upon receiving an email from someone who compliments my books, or feel like I can jump off a building when I get a one-star review!)

The key to a better integration of your being is to harmonize your more real intellectual nature with your apparently passionate personality. (Excellent advice.)

Famous people born with the sun in Gemini: Queen Victoria, Walt Whitman, Frank Lloyd Wright, Cole Porter, Bob Hope, Jean Paul Sartre, Ian Fleming, John F. Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Igor Stravinsky, Sir Laurene Olivier, Bob Dylan. (Good company, eh?)

So overall I have to say that the first two pages of the compilation of my astrological chart was quite accurate.